Amphibian ecology/evolution Lab Manager/Tech position

The Richards-Zawacki Lab (https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rzlab.pitt.edu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ceric.schultz%40uconn.edu%7C70388b0ad19846e4eefb08d6e029313c%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C636942864886080073&sdata=1LKz3%2Bje03uUuOYXBs68VikR7nKf8JtlLlSi5GxONKA%3D&reserved=0) in the University of Pittsburgh Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences is seeking a Laboratory Technician/Manager that will manage the maintenance of laboratory equipment, purchase supplies, and supervise animal (amphibian) care and undergraduate lab assistants. Depending upon experience, the incumbent may also be responsible for generating and analyzing molecular data for ongoing projects on the topics of amphibian ecology, evolution, and conservation, and providing technical assistance to other personnel involved in these projects who are using similar techniques.

Management experience and excellent communications skills, as well as experience with basic molecular and microbiology techniques, are preferred. The incumbent will train new personnel who are recruited to the project and supervise the efforts of undergraduates. This includes regular meetings with personnel and supervision of notebook keeping. The incumbent will report to the primary investigator and work in collaboration with the primary investigator to manage laboratory activities.

The Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences is committed to building a culturally diverse staff.

Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community.

Please see the full position posting for more information and to submit an application:

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For questions about the position, please contact Corinne Richards-Zawacki (clz17@pitt.edu)